A "right" is entirely theoretical unless there is a way to ensure it is reflected in reality. That, sadly, is why any analysis of "rights" is vacuous unless it

A "right" is entirely theoretical unless there is a way to ensure it is reflected in reality. That, sadly, is why any analysis of "rights" is vacuous unless it is accompanied by an analysis of "power". I wonder if you might be confusing "ought" for "is"?